Workshop 5, Sydney, 2025: The Theatre of the Embodied Self (2 days)

Psychodrama initially emerged as a form of theatre that allowed Moreno to keep experimenting with the inherent human capacity for spontaneity. What changed was that he began to realise its therapeutic possibilities. Psychodrama continued to develop because Moreno understood that change would occur naturally through mobilising existing creative and relational processes fundamental to human nature. The crucial step Moreno made was in creating the therapeutic theatre was the use of a stage as an imaginary place where individuals could externalise their inner subjective world. Here, a new 'as-if' reality could be created where the normally separate worlds of an individual's external reality and their inner truth could come together and be explored from the inside. In almost every scene, a protagonist presents an aspect of themselves, what is important to them and the situation they face. The use of a theatrical setting demands that this self, as well as all aspects of the scene, are embodied so that it feels real. Because this work is important to the protagonist, they are invested in it and, consequently, change arises organically from their responses to what is displayed. It is not forced or contrived. More specifically, we might say that change and healing happens in the here and now through action-insight, spontaneity, and authentic encounter.

In this workshop we will explore the value and impact of action-insight, spontaneity, and authentic encounter in the psychodramatic process.

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This is a new venue for us but that we are in the process of confirming.

We are excited by the glorious setting, amenties, cafes and restaurants nearby.

It is easily accessible by public transport, train to Bondi Junction and bus to Bondi Beach.

Parking at Bondi Beach is mostly metered. Off street parking is apparently possible 4 or more blocks north (up the hill).

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For further information  rollobrowne1952@gmail.com   mobile 0417682085  or Bona Anna 

This program is the fifth workshop of the Sydney Psychodrama Personal and Professional Development Series 2025.  Participants will experience and develop their understanding of the Psychodramatic Method and its application.

Trainers in this program are qualified psychodrama trainers, educators and practitioners with Australian Aotearoa New Zealand Psychodrama Association (AANZPA).              

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Sydney Campus Policy on Refunds and Credit                                                           

All refund and credit decisions are at the discretion of the trainers. While we will always consider extenuating circumstances, in general the campus policy is:

• Cancellation up to 4 weeks out from an event – Full refund, minus a $40 administration fee or credit
• Cancellation within 4 weeks of an event – No refund but a credit towards a future event
• Cancellation within 7 days of an event or non-attendance – A credit towards a future event for illness only

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The Psychodramatic Method

The method assists participants to increase their spontaneity and creativity through active participation. This participation includes group work, enactment and mini lectures. The program will assist in developing leadership and will lead to increasing abilities in relating to others. The training assists is developing confidence in group presentations and in the development of interpersonal and group skills.  

This program is designed for professional people who are involved in health, theatre, management, consultancies, coaching, mentoring , supervision, art, writing, teaching, human potential and creative therapies. The process will assist in the deepening of abilities to step into the shoes of others and this will contribute to the effectiveness of those who are therapists, counsellors, psychotherapists, health workers, managers, trainers and educators, actors, artists, writers and poets. Supervised practice for advanced psychodrama trainees is also an aspect of this program.

The course will consist of enactment, group participation and discussion. Participants are expected to be actively involved, on both days. The learning of new skills may be emotionally challenging.

A certificate of attendance will be given on request and may be used for points towards required professional development and psychodrama certification. The training hours are recognised by Psychodrama Australia and can contrbute to certification as a psychodramatist, sociodramatist, role trainer or sociometrist.